Hamilton, OH vs Myrtle Beach, SC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Hamilton
71.3
#994 nationally
Myrtle Beach
67.2
#1454 nationally
Hamilton leads in crime level (8.6 vs 30.5). Myrtle Beach leads in average commute (18.5 min vs 25.3 min). Hamilton leads in cost of living index (88 vs 104).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hamilton, OH | Myrtle Beach, SC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.3 (#994) | 67.2 (#1454) |
| Population | 62,997 | 39,697 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $308,935 | $324,532 |
| Median Household Income | $52,995 | $50,558 |
| Average Commute | 25.3 min | 18.5 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 8.6 | 30.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+26.3 | R+38.5 |
C-
71.3 Score
Hamilton, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$308,935
Population
62,997
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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D+
67.2 Score
Myrtle Beach, SC
Small South Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$324,532
Population
39,697
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
43
Southeast
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